Major SQL Server 2008 features outlined by Microsoft exec
Microsoft exec outlines major SQL Server 2008 features
At TechEd 2007, Microsoft product manager Francois Ajenstat discussed some of the major features in SQL Server 2008 designed to appeal to database administrators and IT administrators. In this first podcast of a two-part series, Ajenstat provides details on SQL Server's Declarative Management Framework (DMF), Beyond Relational and more.
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Total runtime: 8:46
A look into SQL Server performance and upgrades
In part two of our segment on SQL Server 2008, Microsoft product manager Francois Ajenstat discusses what Microsoft is doing to scale the upcoming version of SQL Server, as well as the progress regarding SQL Server upgrades and migration.
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Total runtime: 8:34
Upgrading to SQL Server 2005: Six migration tips
31 May 2007
TIP - Upgrading to SQL Server 2005 takes preparation. Hands-on experience and testing the new SQL Server database optimizes SQL Server upgrade processes.
http://searchsqlserver.techtarget.com/tip/0,289483,sid87_gci1257496,00.html?bucket=ETA&topic=301323
SQL Server 2005 Upgrade Advisor reduces unknowns
SQL Server 2005 Upgrade Advisor can help you analyze your databases and server before upgrading to give you fair warning of potential problems. MVP Adam Machanic explains how to get it up and running.
http://searchsqlserver.techtarget.com/tip/0,289483,sid87_gci1158719,00.html
Checklist: Getting ready for SQL Server 2005
It's never too soon to start planning your upgrade to SQL Server 2005. This checklist will help you get up to speed on SQL Server 2005 features and planning considerations.
http://searchsqlserver.techtarget.com/generic/0,295582,sid87_gci1188576,00.html?bucket=REF&topic=301323
This was first published in June 2007